Edison Academy vs Washington Writers Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison Academy
Kalamazoo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
376 students
Washington Writers Academy
Kalamazoo · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
260 students
| Measure | Edison Academy Kalamazoo, Michigan | Washington Writers Academy Kalamazoo, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1411 of 1,581 | #1504 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #47176 of 50,301 | #49321 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 376 | 260 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 260 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.3% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 7.5% |
| city | Kalamazoo | Kalamazoo |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edison Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.9 vs 10.6).
- •Edison Academy does better on math proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •Edison Academy does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •Washington Writers Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.2% vs 96.3%).
- •Edison Academy does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.3).
- •Edison Academy is the larger school with 376 students compared with 260.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Edison Academy better than Washington Writers Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Edison Academy ranks higher (15.9 vs 10.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Edison Academy and Washington Writers Academy?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Kalamazoo and Kalamazoo in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison Academy: 376. Washington Writers Academy: 260. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison Academy and Washington Writers Academy rank in Michigan?
Edison Academy is 1411th of 1,581 and Washington Writers Academy is 1504th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).